SWIFT/BIC code PCBCNZ22XXX

PCBCNZ22XXX belongs to China Construction Bank LTD in Auckland, New Zealand.

PCBCNZ22XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePCBCNZ22XXX
8-character codePCBCNZ22
Branch codeXXX
BankChina Construction Bank LTD
BranchHead office
CityAuckland
CountryNew Zealand

How the China Construction Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

PCBC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
NZ Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
22 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which institution uses BIC PCBCNZ22XXX?

PCBCNZ22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of China Construction Bank LTD in Auckland, New Zealand. Use it when a payment to China Construction Bank LTD does not need a specific branch.

Does China Construction Bank LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, PCBCNZ22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for China Construction Bank LTD in New Zealand, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

Is PCBCNZ22 and PCBCNZ22XXX the same code?

Yes. PCBCNZ22 is the 8-character version of PCBCNZ22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach China Construction Bank LTD in Auckland.

What is the cheapest way to send money to China Construction Bank LTD in New Zealand?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in New Zealand Dollar with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use PCBCNZ22XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PCBCNZ22XXX against the details from China Construction Bank LTD before sending.

How long does it take to send money to China Construction Bank LTD in New Zealand?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.